Illustrated Anthology of Sorcery, Magic and Alchemy, by Emile Grillot de Givry

Illustrated Anthology of Sorcery, Magic and Alchemy, by Emile Grillot de Givry. 1973 hardcover. 395 pages, very nice condition.

From the inside front cover: This is the largest and finest collection of the iconography of occultism ever brought together in one book. Some 376 illustrations, many of them full plates, were selected by the author from manuscripts, rare books, private collections, and museums. Those selected are the most curious, characteristic, and rare graphics depicting sorcery, magic, astrology, cheiromancy, cartomancy, and alchemy – the universe of the occult. The dates of the sources ranged from the middle ages to the eve of the nineteenth century…These illustrations are the best way to learn about and understand the occult. Graphic expression is at the heart of the occult sciences. Where most occult literature is vague and wordy, these illustrations are clear, natural, and indubitable…The author also provides an excellent text, but its primary purpose is to help us understand the illustrations.